1992 Rover Mini vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover Mini would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover Mini | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | Mini | Leon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
